Sri Lanka
Sweet Kandy - Heart of Sri Lanka
Kandy is the second-largest city of Sri Lanka and is surrounded by mountain ranges and tea plantations. Kandy is located at 3-hour distance from the capital Colombo and is very crowded. Spend one or two days in Kandy and explore its colonial buildings and religious sites.
Temple of the Tooth
The Temple of the Tooth, also known as Sri Dalada Maligawa, is a beautiful golden-roofed Buddhist Temple in the heart of Kandy where you can see the legendary tooth relic of Buddha. The temple is a must- see in Kandy as it’s one of Buddhism’s most important shrines.
The streets of Kandy
The streets in the center of Kandy are filled with old colonial buildings and street vendors. Start from the Temple of the Tooth and wander around the old streets.
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Kandy Buddha Statue
Head for the hills, approximately 2 km from the city centre, and visit the Kandy Buddha Statue, also known as the Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue. This +/- 26 meters high statue is one of the biggest Buddha statue in Sri Lanka and is nestled within the hilltops above Kandy, in the shadow of the Knuckles mountain range. The top can easily be reached by tuktuk and a small climb up the stairs will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the city.
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Kandy Lake
Kandy lake is considered the heart and soul of the city because of its central location. Stroll around the beautiful and peaceful Kandy Lake, especially around sunset. In the middle of the lake is a small island with a few palm trees, recognized as one of Kandy’s iconic scenes and featured on many a postcard.
